Production Associate

Thrift World•Council Bluffs, IA

5d•$0 - $16

About The Position

Thrift World is a retail thrift store company that promotes recycling and reuse of used clothing, accessories, and household goods in partnership with nonprofit organizations. Founded in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1996, the company operates 10 retail stores across three states, an export business, and an e-commerce store. It plans to grow its retail and online presence, increase support for nonprofit partners, divert more waste from landfills, and create local jobs. The Production Associate processes donated and other goods for sale or shipment. The role includes inspecting and classifying items, cleaning and preparing them, sorting and pricing products, moving goods to the sales floor, operating baling equipment, and preparing products for shipping. The associate maintains a clean work area and works safely and efficiently. This position is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Production Supervisor or Store Manager. Work may involve periodic temperature fluctuations and dust. Scheduling must be flexible to accommodate store needs and sale days, and the associate may be asked by a supervisor to perform in an alternate role.

Requirements

Strong work ethic.
Ability to understand and meet company policies, procedures, and quotas.
Demonstrated ability to multitask work assignments.
Enjoys a fast-paced work environment.
High school degree, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Ability to lift and carry 20 pounds.
Reaching overhead 20% of the time.
Pushing and pulling 4–6 pounds of force to push or pull a rolling rack weighing up to 100 pounds.
Pushing and pulling 50% of the time.
Standing 100% of the time.
Repetitive use of hands 70% of the time.
Bending and crouching 20% of the time.
Grasping items with hands 100% of the time.
Flexibility with schedule based on store needs and sale days.

Responsibilities

Load and unload carts.
Inspect clothing, linens, accessories, and household goods.
Classify items based on manufacturer, quality, and condition.
Clean and prepare items for the sales floor.
Sort and price products.
Tag items and roll them to the sales floor.
Consolidate goods and operate baling equipment.
Prepare and organize products for shipping.
Package finished products and prepare them for shipping.
Keep the work area neat and clean.
Work safely and efficiently.
Track and record processing results and report them to the Production Supervisor.